Cobbler Base:

2¼ cups all-purpose flour

4 tsp baking powder

1 tsp salt

1½ cups granulated sugar

2 tsp cinnamon

1 tsp nutmeg

1 tsp cloves

1 cup pumpkin puree

½ cup milk

½ cup melted butter or oil

3 tsp vanilla extract

Topping:

1 cup granulated sugar

1 cup brown sugar

½ cup chopped pecans

3 cups very hot water

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 baking dish.

In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, salt, sugar, and spices. Add pumpkin, milk, butter, and vanilla. Stir until smooth.

Spread batter in pan. Mix topping sugars and pecans, sprinkle over batter.

Carefully pour hot water over the top—do not stir.

Bake for 40–45 minutes until set on top and bubbly below. Cool slightly before serving.